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Volvo C30 (2012) vs. BMW 2-Series (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Volvo C30 and 2014 BMW 2-Series specs.

2012 Volvo C30 and 2014 BMW 2-Series Specifications

Model Year 2012 2014  
Model Volvo C30 BMW 2-Series  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5500
273 lb-ft@1500		 turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
320 hp@5800
330 lb-ft@1400		  
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 105.9 in -2 in
Length 167.4 in 174.5 in -7.1 in
Width 70.2 in 69.8 in 0.4 in
Height 57.0 in 55.8 in 1.2 in
Curb Weight 3211 lb. 3535 lb. -324 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 13.7 gal. 2.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 40.1 in -1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.6 in 54.4 in -0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.1 in 0.0 in 53.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 41.5 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.4 in 36.5 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 47.0 in 53.4 in -6.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 41.5 in 0.0 in 41.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 33.0 in 0.9 in
Total Legroom 76.2 in (over 2 rows) 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 1.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.9 ft3 13.7 ft3 -0.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 20.2 ft3 13.7 ft3 6.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volvo C30

2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD		 The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW 2-Series

2014 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review
 
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